Newbury vs Sandhurst — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Newbury

RG14 · West Berkshire

207

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences69
  • Anti-social behaviour25
  • Criminal damage & arson21

Sandhurst

GU47 · Bracknell Forest

55

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences27
  • Criminal damage & arson8
  • Public order6

Sandhurst has less crime — 55 vs 207 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Newbury recorded substantially more crime than Sandhurst in February 2026 — 207 incidents compared to 55, a 3.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Newbury sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (25), while Sandhurst has more Public order (6). Newbury sits above the national average for recorded crime while Sandhurst is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Newbury or Sandhurst safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Sandhurst recorded fewer crimes than Newbury — 55 vs 207 incidents. That is 73% fewer crimes. Sandhurst is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Newbury and Sandhurst?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Newbury saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Sandhurst had more Public order. Overall, Sandhurst recorded fewer total crimes (55 vs 207).

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